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Keeping our community warm: winter support for those without shelter
Posted on Monday, December 01, 2025 01:47 PM
Whitby, Ontario – As temperatures drop, health risks increase for people experiencing homelessness. Cold exposure can cause frostbite, hypothermia and trench foot, and can make existing health problems—like heart and lung disease—worse.
To help protect people without a place to stay, the Region of Durham has a Winter Warming Plan. From December 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, there are warming locations open across Durham region. Transportation support is available through the Durham Region Outreach...
Durham Region secures funding for Climate Adaptation Plan update
Posted on Tuesday, December 09, 2025 10:24 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region has secured $140,000 in funding from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Green Municipal Fund, under the Local Leadership for Climate Adaptation program. This funding will support a 10-year strategic update to the Durham Community Climate Adaptation Plan (DCCAP), originally approved by Regional Council in 2016.
Updating the plan is an important step in strengthening Durham Region’s ability to prepare for and respond to climate change. We are already seeing the...
Wheelchair Basketball Canada National Championships deliver $25,500 legacy boost for parasport
Posted on Monday, December 08, 2025 09:33 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The power of sport is how it can empower communities beyond the game. The Region of Durham is proud to share that this year’s Wheelchair Basketball Canada National Championships has delivered $25,500 in legacy funds for the Durham Region Para Sport and Recreation Opportunities Fund. This fund expands parasport opportunities across the region and keeps the spirit of the championships going beyond the competition.
Held from May 23 to 25 at the Durham College and Ontario Tech...
Durham Region named 2025 Intelligent Community of the Year!
Posted on Wednesday, December 03, 2025 03:27 PM
Whitby, ON – Durham Region is celebrating a global achievement! We’ve been named 2025 Intelligent Community of the Year by the Intelligent Community Forum (ICF), a recognition of our innovation, workforce development and commitment to inclusion.
Across Durham, strong partnerships and bold ideas are shaping a brighter future—enhancing quality of life and fueling economic growth. This honour reflects the incredible collaboration of our community partners, including our eight local municipalities:...
Accessibility Advisory Committee recognizing outstanding accessibility champions
Posted on Wednesday, December 03, 2025 11:20 AM
Whitby, ON – In late September, the Durham Region Accessibility Advisory Committee hosted its 21st annual Accessibility Awards to recognize dedicated individuals and organizations committed to strengthening accessibility and inclusion in our communities.
Each year, local municipal Accessibility Advisory Committees nominate individuals, businesses, and organizations for their efforts to identify, remove, and prevent barriers for people living with disabilities. These accessibility champions are...
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